Winter Weather Advisory in effect

The Wind Advisory is now in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST this evening for the Kern County mountains. Advisory level winds prior to 4 PM are covered by the Winter Weather Advisory for the Kern County mountains.

A Winter Weather Advisory above 4000 feet remains in effect until 4 PM PST this afternoon for the Kern County mountains. The advisory area has been expanded to include all of the Kern County mountains above 4000 feet.

* Timing: the snow level will fall to near 4000 feet. This could impact the Tehachapi and Tejon passes this morning. Several inches of snow already have fallen on the Walker Pass.

* Snow amounts: several inches are possible at or above 5000 feet... with accumulations up to 2 inches down to 4000 feet.

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities... and use caution while driving.

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Wind Advisory now in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST this evening...

The Wind Advisory is now in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 PM PST this evening for the Kern County mountains. Advisory level winds prior to 4 PM are covered by the Winter Weather Advisory for the Kern County mountains.

* Winds: west 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph through desert facing passes and canyons.